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Governor Brings Tax-Swap Plan to Shreveport Chamber

John Lee — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 22:41:36 +0000

Governor Jindal has brought his case for repealing the state income tax to the Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce. Jindal says the state's current tax code is a major obstacle to helping more Louisianians find work and growing the economy.

Governor Bobby Jindal's Popularity Drops In Latest SMOR Poll

Angela Thomas — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 14:49:53 +0000

New poll results show Governor Jindal's approval rating declines.

Louisiana Weighs Eliminating Personal Income Tax for Higher Sales Tax

Dennis Foley — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 11:50:54 +0000

Governor Bobby Jindal's office is offering a proposal to make Louisiana more competitive for business and residents by eliminating state personal income tax and corporate income tax. However, this proposal would mean a sales tax hike from the current 4% state sales tax to 7% to make up the difference in revenue.

Governor Might Skip Republican Convention

Erin McCarty — Mon, 27 Aug 2012 13:14:08 +0000

Bobby Jindal might sit out another golden opportunity to get on the national stage.

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More Help for Weekend Warriors

John Lee — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 00:21:19 +0000

Governor Jindal has announced a legislative proposal that would allow more members of the Louisiana National Guard, Louisiana Military Reserves, and their family members to qualify for funding through the Military Family Assistance Fund.
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Inauguration Day Arrives

John Lee — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 10:36:29 +0000

Even though today is his Inauguration Day, Governor Bobby Jindal says he and his family will be watching the LSU/Alabama BCS Championship football game tonight.
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Governor Reacts to Commissioner's Arrest

John Lee — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 14:15:22 +0000

Governor Bobby Jindal has given no indication he will fire Paul Rainwater as his Commissioner of Administration following his arrest this past weekend for a DWI.
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Governor Jindal Visits Stonewall School

John Lee — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 22:33:15 +0000

Governor Jindal visited North Desoto Middle School today as part of his ongoing program to visit high-achieving schools around the state.
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Governor Announces Highway Funding

John Lee — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 16:12:01 +0000

The growing energy industry in northwest Louisiana has been good for this area's economy -- but rough on area roads.
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